Quality Manager – Facades
Location: Cardiff, South Wales
Contract: Freelance | 12 Months+
Rate: Negotiable, dependent on experience
Project: Major Multi-Million-Pound Construction Scheme
The Opportunity
O'Neill & Brennan are currently recruiting for an experienced Quality Manager / Facades Inspector to join a major multi-million-pound construction project in Cardiff.
This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong individual to undertake independent quality inspections and oversee the installation standards of a substantial facades package on a high-profile scheme.
The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring all facade installations are delivered in accordance with approved designs, specifications, industry standards and project quality requirements.
Key Responsibilities
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Independently inspect and assess the quality of facade installations throughout the construction programme.
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Monitor workmanship, installation methods and compliance with approved drawings and specifications.
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Undertake regular site inspections, identifying defects, non-conformances and areas requiring remedial works.
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Review Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), quality assurance documentation and installation records.
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Ensure compliance with relevant Building Regulations, fire safety requirements and facade system specifications.
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Liaise with the principal contractor, facade subcontractors, design teams and project management.
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Produce detailed inspection reports, photographic records and quality assessments.
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Monitor the close-out of defects and non-conformances, ensuring corrective actions are completed to the required standard.
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Support quality assurance processes through to final inspections, snagging and handover.
Candidate Requirements
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Proven experience in a Quality Manager, Facades Inspector, Facades Manager or Clerk of Works capacity.
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Strong technical understanding of external envelope and facade systems, including curtain walling, cladding, glazing and associated interfaces.
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Previous experience inspecting facade packages on large-scale commercial or major construction projects.
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Thorough understanding of construction quality standards, installation tolerances and relevant regulatory requirements.
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Ability to identify technical defects and challenge substandard workmanship confidently and professionally.
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Strong reporting, communication and documentation skills.
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Experience working independently on behalf of a principal contractor, developer or client would be advantageous.
What's on Offer?
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Long-term freelance opportunity – minimum 12 months.
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Competitive, negotiable rate reflective of experience.
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Involvement in a substantial multi-million-pound construction project.
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Opportunity to take ownership of facade quality assurance and inspection activities.
O’Neill and Brennan values diversity and promotes equality, All individuals will be treated in a fair and equal manner and in accordance with the law regardless of gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation
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